When Play Becomes a Problem: A Free Webinar on Gaming, Technology, and Spiritual Formation
Faith leaders and caregivers are increasingly encountering questions about gaming, screen time, and digital habits—especially among children, adolescents, and young adults. To support congregations and ministry leaders in this growing area of concern, the Center of Addiction & Faith is offering a free, one-hour Zoom webinar:
“When Play Becomes a Problem: Internet Gaming and Spiritual Formation”
📅 Wednesday, January 28, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM–12:00 PM Mountain Time | 10:00–11:00 AM Pacific Time
📍 Online via Zoom (not in person) Register here for the free webinar.
This webinar will feature Michael Hsu, MD, a board-certified addiction psychiatrist, health services researcher, and clinical faculty member at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Dr. Hsu will explore the role of internet gaming and digital technology in the lives of children, adolescents, and adults—highlighting both potential benefits and the risks of problematic or compulsive use.
Designed especially for pastors, deacons, ministry leaders, and lay caregivers, the session will help participants:
Recognize signs of unhealthy or compulsive gaming and technology use
Understand when gaming may be meeting deeper emotional or spiritual needs
Respond with practical, compassionate, and faith-grounded approaches
Encourage balance, community connection, and healthy limits within families and congregations
From a Lutheran perspective that emphasizes accompaniment, care of neighbor, and whole-person well-being, this webinar offers timely insight for those navigating the spiritual and pastoral challenges of digital life.
Registration is required.
